May 05, 2024  
Yakima Valley College Catalog 2022-2023 
    
Yakima Valley College Catalog 2022-2023 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

AGSCI 413: Applied Integrated Pest Management I

4 Cr
Quarters: S
This course is the first part of a two-part series in which most of the principles and knowledge of integrated pest management will be covered in lectures while the laboratories will focus on monitoring and management skills of springtime plant pests, diseases, and weeds. You will gain advanced knowledge on the philosophy, ecological foundation, strategies, and tactics of integrated pest management. Application of the principles and practices of integrating chemical, cultural, and biological controls, and perennial issues related to pesticides and the environment will be emphasized. Content in this course will address management issues related to key pests as well as sporadic and invasive pest problems in a diversity of agroecosystems with emphasis on Washington agriculture. Field trips/site visits will be required.
Prerequisite: Completion of AGSCI 213  with a grade of C or better.